Successful Management of Esophageal Cancer With Perforation Using Bypass Surgery Followed by Definitive Chemoradiotherapy
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An Ivor Lewis Esophagectomy Designed to Minimize Anastomotic Complications and Optimize Conduit Function
Published on: April 17, 2020
Manato Ohsawa1, Yoichi Hamai2, Yuta Ibuki1
1Department of Surgical Oncology, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan.
Background:
Esophageal perforation in advanced esophageal cancer requires immediate treatment. However, no clear treatment protocol has been established for this condition. We report a case of advanced esophageal cancer with esophageal perforation treated with esophageal bypass surgery and definitive chemoradiotherapy (CRT).
Case Report:
A 45-year-old woman was diagnosed with locally advanced esophageal cancer with esophageal perforation. Although the patient's general condition was relatively stable, no improvement was expected through conservative treatment. Esophageal gastric bypass surgery was performed; her symptoms improved postoperatively and oral ingestion became possible. Definitive CRT with 66 Gy radiotherapy and chemotherapy with cisplatin and 5-fluorouracil was administered. A complete clinical response was achieved. The patient is alive and well without recurrence 20 months after treatment.
Conclusion:
Definitive CRT after esophageal bypass surgery is a potential treatment option for locally advanced esophageal cancer with esophageal perforation to improve treatment response and quality of life.
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